BLYTHEWOOD, S.C. — When Justin Bethel was looking for a name for his Youth Football Camp and 7 on 7 Gridiron Classic Tournament, "Beating All Odds' was more than appropriate.
Bethel did just that as he carved a most unique path to the NFL. He wasn't a star player at Blythewood High School and ended up at Presbyterian College.
After being invited to the NFL Combine, Justin was a sixth round draft pick by the Arizona Cardinals in the 2021 NFL Draft. More than a decade later, Justin is about to enter his 12th season in the league and his second with the Miami Dolphins.
Over the weekend, Justin hosted his his "Beating All Odds Youth Football Camp" on Friday followed by a 7 on 7 tournament on Saturday featuring a number of Midlands high school football teams.
This marked the first time Justin held a youth football camp along with the 7 on 7 tournament, creating a two-day event which Justin hopes will grow in the coming years.